Rational Numbers

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3.

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Is 6 a rational number?

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Yes, 6 is a rational number because it can be expressed as a fraction (6/1).

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Is 0 a whole number?

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Yes, 0 is considered a whole number.

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What are rational numbers?

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Rational numbers are numbers that can be expressed as a fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero. Examples include 1/2, -3, and 0.

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Are all integers rational numbers?

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Yes, all integers are rational numbers because they can be expressed as a fraction with a denominator of 1.

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What is the difference between whole numbers and natural numbers?

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Whole numbers include all natural numbers and zero, while natural numbers are the counting numbers starting from 1 (1, 2, 3, ...).

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Can a negative number be a rational number?

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Yes, negative numbers can be rational numbers if they can be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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Is the number -1.5 a rational number?

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Yes, -1.5 is a rational number because it can be expressed as -3/2.

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What is an example of a non-rational number?

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An example of a non-rational number is the square root of 2 (√2), which cannot be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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What does it mean for a number to be grouped correctly in a graphic organizer?

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A number is grouped correctly in a graphic organizer if it is placed in the appropriate category based on its properties.